Celeb florist’s UES townhouse hits the market at $24.5 million

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A landmarked townhouse at 5 East 93rd Street has hit the market for $24.5 million. The home is owned by Lynn Jawitz, a famed florist once profiled by the New York Post, whose work has been featured in Modern Bride, New York and Fortune magazines. The townhouse, which includes an elevator and garden, is being marketed by Salmon & Co.’s Stephen Salmon, who said he wouldn’t comment on the listing. Jawitz, according to public record, purchased the 6,254-square-foot townhouse for $4.25 million in 2002, according to Streeteasy. The prior owner was Norman Weinstein, according to public records. He bought the home for $3.95 million in 1997, Streeteasy indicates. Jawitz did not respond to requests for comment. TRD